Joe "Frickin" Colborne

[GioforPM]

It wasn't just the POs. I liked Colborne's board work in the regular season.

I wanted to like Backlund's defensive work. But I didn't see it rising above anyone else's. I didn't think he handled Getzlaf better than anyone else (it was Getzlaf versus the D that was the main issue for me).

Anyway, I think Colborne has shown pretty steady progression.

[hockey.modern]

Still has his cast on.

[cKy]

Originally Posted by hockey.modern

Still has his cast on.

Well it's on when they had the interview. I cant watch it @ work, but does it say when this was taken? It couldve been 3-4 weeks ago for all we know.

[steveo]

I remember seeing a picture of him at Tim Horton's a few weeks back iirc he had a cast or a brace on as well.

[hockey.modern]

Originally Posted by cKy

Well it's on when they had the interview. I cant watch it @ work, but does it say when this was taken? It couldve been 3-4 weeks ago for all we know.

Was uploaded today, but yeah might've been a couple weeks ago.

[_Q_]

I saw him on Friday and I can confirm he still has his cast on.

[MrMastodonFarm]

Why would you post a screen shot of the interview, and not the interview itself?

[getbak]

Originally Posted by MrMastodonFarm

Why would you post a screen shot of the interview, and not the interview itself?

The extra foot and a half of black space?

[Gaskal]

It's unfortunate that Colborne lost 18 man-games due to injury in 2014-15, that's a lot of ice time for developing his skills. Plus, a decent chunk of those games he did play he was battling through injury.

This is a contract year for him so hopefully he can stay healthy for it and pack on some muscle in the offseason. I still think he can hold down a middle-bottom 6 winger spot down for the next few years if he's not dealt.. could be Jone's replacement on Ferland & Stajan's line.

[Yrebmi]

Originally Posted by getbak

The extra foot and a half of black space?

18 inches. Woah what do you use for a monitor?

Coborne is a late bloomer and will get better yet.

I believe Backlund never quite fully recovered strength wise from his early season injury. I expect him to be stronger next season.

[hockey.modern]

Originally Posted by MrMastodonFarm

Why would you post a screen shot of the interview, and not the interview itself?

On mobile. Can't copy the link

[getbak]

Originally Posted by Yrebmi

18 inches. Woah what do you use for a monitor?

Hyperbole.

[CroFlames]

Very good interview there by Joe. Insightful answers, and well spoken.

I like how he admits that they get paid unbelievably well, and getting traded although not desirable, is a small sacrifice to play the game they love and get paid so well.

[Rick M.]

Is there any word on the nature of the "wrist procedure" that Colborne and Jooris had performed? Some of these wrist injuries can become chronic problems.

[Finger Cookin]

I'm especially concerned about Colborne's wrists becoming a chronic issue. It seems he's had problems with one or both of them more often than not.

[AcGold]

One of my favorite players on the team. He went from fringe player with skill and no strength to a juggernaut. Joes ability to elevate his game was unbelievable, hopefully he heals fully and he keeps on improving.

He was throwing open ice hits like he thought he was Subban and boy was it a beautiful sight. A big, talented player with elite ability along the boards and huge open ice hits. I don't know if we've ever had anyone else like that.

[hockey.modern]

Very excited about him. Burke has stated he wants Colborne to develop into a Backes type player for us.

[Rick M.]

Originally Posted by Finger Cookin

I'm especially concerned about Colborne's wrists becoming a chronic issue. It seems he's had problems with one or both of them more often than not.

I've heard that the Bruins have similar concerns re Lucic.

[the2bears]

Originally Posted by hockey.modern

On mobile. Can't copy the link

If it's Android, try a long press on the text. That should bring up the copy and paste functionality.

[Chonger]

I dont know who makes those awesone season hilight reel videos for our flames players but I think I love you. Im just a guy assuming your a guy and im ok with that. So how bout showing some love back by making a 14-15 Colborne edition to appease all your fans?